About Air India, the draft policy says: “It is essential to ensure that AI achieves its full potential. An expert committee will be constituted to develop a future roadmap (for the airline).” The aviation policy is expected to be finalised by January.

“I will be the happiest person if AI can be listed. While some say privatisation is a solution, others say it should remain in the public sector. Another section says the airline should be managed professionally by professional bodies. Why should we close our options? Let us take a conscious decision,” said Raju.